Bike M.O.T

sepher · Nova Slayer Joined: 23 May 2011 Karma :

Going for my first bike MOT tomorrow. Bit of a silly question but would I get any marks for not having a tax disc holder? Reason being is that my one was rusted so bad when I brought the bike I took it off and now its buried somewhere and lost (or I may have chucked it). I have been meaning to buy a new one but never got round too it in the end, I know I should! Very Happy

Any other tips for a bike's MOT?

Brick_Top · Spanner Monkey Joined: 20 Oct 2004 Karma :

No you won't fail because of it, I don't display tax on any of my bikes and they go straight through.

I'm not sure on the rules though, but to be sure just take your tax disc and some sellotape with you and if they say it's an issue you can tape it to the tank.

Tips? Give it the once over, check all the lights and indicators work on all settings inc. numberplate light. Make sure your plate is legal, make sure your exhaust has a bung in it if you have a fussy tester.

Ensure the horn works.

Make sure your tyres, brake pads have plenty of meat on them. Check your steering for notchyness.

RePT · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 10 Oct 2011 Karma :

don't think you will.

see the link below;

https://www.dft.gov.uk/vosa/repository/Motorcycle%20MOT%20Inspection%20Checklist%20%28VT%2040M%29.pdf

Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

You're fine: an MOT is a pre-requisite to getting VED, not the other way around.
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RideLimousin · Scooby Slapper Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Karma :

As above, I don't display tax and it's never been mentioned in an MOT.

sepher · Nova Slayer Joined: 23 May 2011 Karma :

Thanks for the replies, just like to check in case Thumbs Up

Just need to buy a stick on reflector in the morning Very Happy